2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
